Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical Assistant Surgery

Job Summary

The best career is right here. St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Registered Nurse Surgical Assistant for the Surgery unit located at the Edgewood, Kentucky location.

Shift & Hours

Day shift, 11:00 am - 11:00 pm; full-time, 36 hours per week.

Job Description

Performs/assists with surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The professional nurse provides evidence-based nursing care utilizing the nursing process to meet the surgical needs of the patient in the perioperative setting. The RNSA is responsible for appropriately delegating tasks to other licensed/unlicensed health care team members as deemed appropriate by training and education. The RNSA collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare team members when providing nursing care. This position is intended as a transition to the RNFA role once all educational preparation/requirements are successfully met.

Minimum Requirements

• Education, Credentials, Licenses:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • If eligible, must have a Compact (multi-state) License in their primary state of residence.
  • Current registration to practice in the state where work is being performed.
  • Mets contact hour requirements for licensure, including all state-required courses.
  • Must be accepted into an acceptable RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) Program within one year of hire/transfer date.
  • CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse) must be obtained prior to completion of RNFA Program training.
• Specialized Knowledge:
  • Expert knowledge of anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures and instrumentation.
  • In depth knowledge of suture, suturing techniques and wound closure.
  • Knowledge of assisting the surgeon with dissection and retraction.
  • Competent in mathematical calculations associated with medication administration.
  • Competent to independently perform safe nursing skills and procedures.
• Kind And Length Of Experience:
  • Two years of experience as a surgical RN.

Benefits

We invest in you — personally and professionally. Enjoy Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days. Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules Retirement savings with employer match Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility